Junior Cost Estimator

NW Recruiting Partners

Junior Cost Estimator

Seattle, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Junior Cost Estimator

    Remote, WA

    A local leader in design-based cost consulting and project management is seeking a Junior Cost Estimator to join their growing team. With over a decade of steady growth, this firm focuses on delivering high-quality cost insights for civic, government, and public sector projects including parks, schools, and hospitals.

    This is a great opportunity for an early-career estimator to work with experienced professionals and grow in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment.

    Junior Cost Estimator Responsibilities:

    • Assist in the development of conceptual and detailed construction cost estimates.
    • Perform quantity takeoffs and support the creation of cost assessments.
    • Help document the basis of estimates using input from clients, designers, and engineers.
    • Conduct basic research on market trends and pricing for labor and materials.
    • Collaborate with team members to ensure estimates are clear, defensible, and well-structured.
    • Participate in meetings and coordinate across project teams.

    Junior Cost Estimator Qualifications:

    • At least 2 years of experience in cost estimating, ideally in construction management and/or engineering
    • Exposure to projects in the civic, public, or infrastructure sectors is a plus.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam (or similar takeoff software).
    • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on industry experience.
    • Strong attention to detail, a collaborative mindset, and solid communication skills.

    Benefits and Compensation:

    • 100% paid medical benefits for employee
    • Unlimited PTO + 2 weeks off at the end of the year!
    • Flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance and opportunities to work in desirable locations
    • 401K Safe Harbor Plan

    Compensation: $75K - $90K (DOE) base salary